Dorothy Lorene Papandrea Obituary

Dorothy Lorene Papandrea (86) passed away on November 20, 2022 in the arms of her loving husband surrounded by her daughter and grandchildren. She was born in McDonough, GA on July 12, 1936. She was predeceased by her parents Lorene Ethel Phillips and Jesse Harris Phillips and her son Anthony Papandrea. She is survived by her husband of over 50 years, Tony Papandrea, her daughter Jessica Poole, her son Dart (Becky) Kendall, her son Chuck (Barbara) Papandrea, six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Throughout her life Dorothy had many roles. She was a talented majorette at SW Dekalb High School and then became an entrepreneur starting out as a fashion stylist working out of her home and later opening four gift shops where she taught countless college students to smile, speak and sell. One of her most enjoyed roles was avid golfer. Her love for the game grew as they spent time at Marietta Country Club, Eagles Landing Country Club and finally Hammock Dunes Country Club. She played by the motto "score isn't an issue as long as your swing looks good". Her love for travel and golf provided priceless memories throughout her life. Her proudest roles were philanthropist and Christian. In each community she lived in she found a passion for giving back. She has assisted in the organizing and fundraising millions of dollars for multiple charities. Her faith was tested through many trials including cancer and her recent years in a memory care facility, but she remained steadfast in her relationship with Jesus. Her most fun role was being "Babe" to her multiple grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed spoiling them and always saying yes. Above all, her most cherished role was being wife to Tony. Their story could write a book. He was a young naval fighter pilot and she was a hard to get girl having a night out (think Top Gun). After 7 months of dating they were engaged. Later that year, on December 14th they were married. They had so much fun and their love for one another was palpable. Down to her last breath, he worshiped her and she worshiped him. Dorothy lived a full life with so many blessings and her legacy will live on through those she loved.

Her life will be honored at a service on November 27, 2022 at 2pm at Flippen United Methodist Church with a graveside service to follow. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Advent Health Foundation in Palm Coast, FL.